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14th Indian Film Festival in Bhubaneswar, an event that showcases the rich tapestry of Indian films across various languages and genres. Happening in the heart of Odisha, this festival is a beacon for film enthusiasts, providing a platform to experience the diversity and creativity of Indian cinema.
Venue Information of Indian Film Festival Bhubaneswar
The 14th Indian Film Festival in Bhubaneswar is being organised by Film Society of Bhubaneswar at the Guru Kelu Charan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre. This venue is well-known for hosting large-scale events and festivals, providing ample space for screenings, interactions, and cultural activities.
Opening Day Highlights – 22nd January, 2024
- 10:00 AM: “Gagan Gaman” directed by Suruchi Sharma in Hindi and Rajasthani, opens the festival with a narrative that promises cultural depth. “Dharam Sankat” by Humam Ariheen, a film tackling moral conflicts, follows.
- 11:00 AM: “Ghatashraddha” directed by Girish Kasaravalli in Kannada
- 02:00 PM: “Dhrubor Ashchorjo Jibon” by Abhijit Chowdhury in Bangla,
- 05:30 PM: “Tortoise Under the Earth” by Sisir Jha in Santhali, showcasing unique regional storytelling.
- 07:30 PM: “Emuthi Puthi” by Kulamandini Mahanta in Assamese
Day Two – A Blend of Humor and Drama – 23rd January 2024
- 10:00 AM: “Jooyein” by Vandana Gupta and “Bobby Beauty Parlour” by Shashwat Dwivedy, both in Hindi, start the day with humor. “Bunnyhood” by Mansi Maheshwari in English, & “If you know you know” by Jyotsna Rajpurohit in Hinglish.
- 11:00 AM: “Tai Saheba” by Girish Kasaravalli in Kannada.
- 02:00 PM: “Ghaath” by Chattrapal Ninawe in Marathi.
- 05:30 PM: 19:30 PM: Retrospective session with “Riptide” by Afraad VK in Malayalam, followed by director interaction.
- 07:30 PM: “Dead Dead Full Dead” by Pratul Gaikwad in Hindi.
Day Three – Cultural Depth in Indian Film Festival Bhubaneswar – 24th January, 2024
- 10:00 AM: Repeat screenings of “Gagan Gaman” and “Dharam Sankat” for more viewers.
- 11:00 AM: “Hasina” by Girish Kasaravalli in Kannada.
- 02:00 PM: “Humans in the Loop” by Aranya Sahay in Oraon.
- 04:30 PM: “Kiss Wagon” by Midhun Murali in Malayalam.
- 08:00 PM: “Baghjaan” by Jaichheng X Dahtutia in Assamese, focusing on environmental themes.
Day Four – Saturday Specials – 25th January, 2024
- 10:00 AM: “Jooyein” and “Bobby Beauty Parlour” continue the light-hearted tone. “If you know you know” plays again.
- 11:00 AM: “Thamp” by G Aravindan in Malayalam
- 02:00 PM: “Tees” by Dibakar Banerjee in Hindi
- 05:30 PM: “Appuram” by Sudu Lakshmi in Malayalam
- 07:30 PM: “Poem of the Wind” by R Ramkrishnan in Malayalam
Day Five – Sunday Delights – 26th January, 2024
- 10:00 AM: “Gagan Gaman” and “Dharam Sankat” ensure no one misses these gems.
- 11:00 AM: “Kurmaavatara” by Girish Kasaravalli in Kannada.
- 02:00 PM: “Feminichi Fathima” by Fasil K V in Malayalam.
- 05:00 PM: “Angammal” by Vipin Radhakrishnan in Tamil.
- 07:30 PM: “Ishanou” by Aribam Syam Sharma in Manipuri.
Audience Interaction in Indian Film Festival Bhubaneswar – 27th January, 2024
- 10:00 AM: Audience interaction session for a direct dialogue with filmmakers.
- 11:00 AM: “Body” by Abhijit Mazumdar in Hindi, delving into identity.
- 02:30 PM: “Guras” by Saurav Rai in Nepali, offering a cross-border perspective.
- 05:00 PM: “Gulabi Talkies” by Girish Kasaravalli in Kannada, narrative richness.
- 07:30 PM: “Monsoon Breeze” by Abdul Aziz in Telugu, concludes with a rich story.
Continuing the Conversation – 28th January, 2024
- 10:00 AM: “Viduthalai” by Vetrimaaran in Tamil, political narrative.
- 02:30 PM: “Illaralaare Allige Hogalaare” by Girish Kasaravalli in Kannada, social commentary.
- 05:00 PM: “Maya Miriga” by Nirad Mohapatra in Odia, local flavor.
- 08:00 PM: “Second Chance” by Subhadra Mahajan in Hindi & English.
Step-by-Step Ticket Booking Process for Indian Film Festival Bhubaneswar
To ensure you don’t miss out on this cinematic experience, here’s how you can book your tickets:
Online Booking:
- Visit the official ticketing partner website, BookMyShow.
- Search for “14th Indian Film Festival Bhubaneswar.”
- Select the date and time of the screening you wish to attend.
- Choose your preferred seats from the virtual seating chart.
- Proceed to payment. You can use various methods like credit/debit cards, net banking, UPI, or digital wallets.
- After payment, you will receive a confirmation email or SMS with your e-ticket. You can either print this or show it on your mobile device at the venue.
Offline Booking:
- If you prefer offline booking, tickets can be purchased directly at the venue.
- Go to Biju Patnaik State Youth Welfare Bhavan, located at Madhusudan Marg, Ekamra Vihar, Unit-9, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751022, India.
- Approach the ticket counter, select your movie, and pay in cash or through available digital means.
- Collect your physical ticket from the counter.
